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We are excited to announce Disneynature’s "BORN IN CHINA" opens in theatres everywhere this Friday. One of our favorite parts about this film is moviegoers who see Disneynature’s new True Life Adventure film "BORN IN CHINA" during its opening week (April 21-27, 2017) will benefit the World Wildlife Fund (WWF).

Based on opening-week attendance, Disneynature, via the Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund, will make a contribution to the WWF to help protect wild pandas and snow leopards in China.

“From this magnificent landscape are born countless lives, each of them part of a much larger story—an all-encompassing circle of life that is fueled by the love, the losses and the hopes of many different creatures.” ~ “Born in China” Narrated by John Krasinski (“13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi,” NBC’s “The Office,” “Amazon’s “Jack Ryan”), Disneynature's new True Life Adventure film “Born In China” takes audiences on an epic journey into the wilds of China where few people have ever ventured. Following the stories of three animal families, the film transports audiences to some of the world’s most extreme environments to witness wildly intimate moments in the lives of these animals.

A doting panda bear mother guides her growing baby as she begins to explore and seek independence. A two-year-old golden monkey, who feels displaced by his new baby sister, joins up with a group of free-spirited outcasts. And a mother snow leopard—an elusive animal rarely seen by human eyes— faces the very real drama of raising her two cubs in one of the harshest and most unforgiving environments on Earth.

Featuring stunning, never-before-seen imagery, the film navigates China’s vast terrain—from the frigid mountains to the heart of the bamboo forest—on the wings of red-crowned cranes, seamlessly tying the extraordinary tales together.

“Born in China” is directed by accomplished Chinese filmmaker Lu Chuan, and produced by Disney’s Roy Conli and renowned nature filmmakers Brian Leith and Phil Chapman.

Disneynature’s filmmakers have ventured around the world—from African savannas to Alaskan coastlines, from the depths of the ocean to majestic mountaintops—but until now, Disneynature had not yet explored China. “Most people will never have the opportunity to experience this wild, mysterious and beautiful side of China in person,” says Alan Bergman, president, The Walt Disney Studios. “Disneynature’s ‘Born in China’ transports audiences to the country’s remote and spectacular landscapes to gain a new perspective on some truly compelling creatures.”

China’s unique way of looking at nature is central to the story of “Born in China.” “It is a story of life and death,” says director Lu Chuan. “In China, death is not the end of life. It’s another beginning. Wildlife has many beginnings, and we wanted to explore that in the movie. I want to help audiences around the world better understand this philosophy.”

Lu Chuan, who became a father during the production of the movie, is an accomplished filmmaker. His directorial debut was 2002’s “The Missing Gun,” which was presented at Cannes, Venice and Sundance film festivals. He received worldwide acclaim for 2004’s “Mountain Patrol,” the story of the heroic Tibetans who fought to protect chiru from poachers. The multiple award-winning film received the special jury prize from the Tokyo International Film Festival, and received best picture and best cinematography at the Golden Horse Awards.

In 2009, “City of Life and Death” won best director and best cinematographer at the Asian Film Awards, among many accolades. Lu Chuan continued his success in 2012 with “The Last Supper,” and with his most recent release, “Chronicles of the Ghostly Tribe.”

According to Lu Chuan, directing a movie like “Born in China” initially called for a different approach. “For a feature film, you use your imagination and create everything from a blank page,” he says. “Disneynature films are character-driven stories, but the characters are the animals. So the story comes from the footage and is inspired by the lives these animals lead.”

Lu Chuan’s extraordinary filmmaking sensibilities and Chinese point of view are complemented by the storytelling prowess of Disney Animation’s Roy Conli and the nature filmmaking expertise of producers Brian Leith and Phil Chapman. Conli, who produced Disney’s 50th animated film “Tangled” and 2014’s Oscar®-winning animated feature “Big Hero 6,” serves as producer for “Born in China.”

“It is terrific to be exploring new boundaries with Disneynature,” he says. “I am honored to be part of such an incredibly talented international team of filmmakers carrying on a legacy that dates back to Walt Disney himself and his True Life Adventures created more than 60 years ago. These films are driven by actual events and observations from the field by some of the world’s greatest natural history cinematographers.

Working with Lu Chuan, one of the most talented directors and storytellers in cinema today, has been a dream. What we have crafted is both epic and intimate. The balance of humor, heart and adventure is truly stunning. What a great gift to share with audiences around the world.”

Premiere nature filmmakers Brian Leith and Phil Chapman complete the perfect triad required of a movie like “Born in China.” Based in Bristol, U.K., Brian Leith Productions is behind award-winning productions broadcast on BBC, PBS, Discovery Channel, Nat Geo and Animal Planet, among others. Their productions have documented the lives of animals ranging from killer whales in the Canadian Arctic to hippos in Africa, but it’s their work on the BBC Natural History Unit’s six-part nature documentary series “Wild China” that made them a natural fit for the Disneynature project.

“We were fascinated by these vast areas of wilderness in a country known more for the number of people who live there,” says Leith. “There is a surprising amount of wilderness. Once you get off the main roads, there are vast forests, incredibly huge deserts and plateaus of mountain ranges.”

The film explores different areas of China, capturing enchanting pandas in the Wolong National Nature Reserve in the Si Chuan province, golden snub-nosed monkeys in the Hubei Shennongjia National Nature Reserve in the middle of the Yangtze River, and the elusive snow leopards in the Qinghai Province, Yushu County, which is on the northeast rim of the Tibetan plateau—5,000 meters above sea level. The film also features the rarely filmed chiru, located in the Kekexili National Nature Reserve, and the revered redcrowned crane, filmed in the Heilongjiang Zhanglong National Nature Reserve and the Jiangsu Yancheng National Nature Reserve for Coastal Rare Birds. “These are animals that, for the most part, could only be filmed in China,” says Chapman.

“To make a drama like ‘Born in China,’ we needed a much more intimate connection with lots of detail in order to build the story. That can get really difficult, capturing that level of footage, particularly with some of these animals who’ve never set eyes on a human being before. We weren’t sure it was even possible.

“We shot so much footage,” continues Chapman. “I’ve never worked on a project that had such an extreme shooting ratio. But as we sat and went through the rushes, watching and cataloging everything, these dramatic and touching stories began to emerge.” Says Lu Chuan, “The footage was just great. I realized a nature movie is not so different from a feature film. I wanted to make a special movie—not just for audiences, but also for myself. I wanted to show how these animals are metaphors. They give birth, like we do. They do their best to raise their cubs, like we do. They succeed and they fail. And when they fail, consequences can be dire. Their drive to do what is best for their families resonates with all of us.”

ROAD TRIP: Southern California is experiencing an exuberant early spring. For the first time in years the drought riddled landscape is carpeted with orange poppies, purple sand verbena, among other wildflowers.

The heavy rains from the winter contributed to this explosion of colorful wildflowers.

On Monday, families braved the 90-degree heat and flocked to a field in Wildomar to take spring and Easter photos. The fields were covered with the vibrant orange poppies that danced in the wind.

Rachel Valenzuela trekked from Hemet with her three children to Wildomar just for family photos among the poppies.

“This is a big year for our family. We just adopted Mylie and I found out I am pregnant,” said Valenzuela. “I wanted to get photos of Mylie with her new brother and sister.”

Heather Williams dressed her daughter up to resemble Laura Ingalls in the book, “Little House on the Prairie”, with braids and a sundress.

“These will be our Easter photos,” said Williams.

The super bloom could last until the end of March depending on the weather. The following are a list of locations where you can view the wildflowers. Park Rangers would like to remind the public not to pick the wild flowers even if they are blooming on non-protected land.

Anza-Borrego Desert State Park

Walker Canyon just north of Lake Elsinore by I-15

Weir Canyon Loop in Anaheim Hills

Wildomar off of Clinton Keith

Share your photos of the "super bloom" with Sun News and Review by posting them on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook with the hashtag #SunNewsandReview.

Murrieta: On Saturday, Jan. 21 pop icon, Madonna gave a foul-mouthed speech against President Donald J. Trump in Washington D.C. at a Woman’s March. To a cheering crowd, Madonna said, "I'm angry. Yes, I am outraged. Yes, I have thought an awful lot about blowing up the White House."

The statements against the White House caught the attention of President Trump and prompted the Secret Service to open an investigation.

On Monday, Jan. 23 a family focused roller skating rink in Murrieta, Epic Rollertainment posted on Facebook they were postponing their Madonna Tribute Skate.

According to the online post, they are not banning the event but plan to hold it later.

The roller rink regularly holds tribute skates. They recently held events to honor, Martin Luther King and George Michael.

The public's comments were mixed. Some people were sympathetic and understood, others cheered while some expressed outrage.

Please share with us your thoughts: Contact Michelle at info@Sunnewsandreview.com

Temecula Wine Country: Hello, Michelle here with the Sun News and Review. Recently I had the wonderful opportunity to experience Super Tuscan Varietals grown at Vitagliano Vineyards in Temecula, California.

These wines are handcrafted to pair with Italian cuisine. Until recently, this beautiful winery has been closed to the public and only open to private venues and weddings. General Manager, Anthony Aglio whose father, Guy Vitagliano started the winery is now offering access for a limited time to the public. In an effort to preserve the cozy feel of the grounds, it will eventually only be accessible by members and their guests.At Vitagliano's they are known for their cabernets that burst with blackberries, cherries, violates and eucalyptus.

"Our vineyard is covered with Eucalyptus trees. As a result the grapes are flavored with a touch of the oil from the Eucalyptus," said Aglio.

The flagship wine called the Benedetto is a red blend with sweet cherries, smoke and graphite at first taste. However, it lingers with notes of blueberries, spice, leather and tobacco.The Benedetto perfectly pairs with a steak and other rich roasted meats.

If you are seeking a wine that pairs well with pasta, try the Primitivo. This was my favorite out of the three red wines. The Primitivo exploded with notes of juicy dark fruit like plums with black pepper. There are also flavors of black cherries and rose petals.

The atmosphere at Vitagliano's is cozy. Fire pits around deep couch sitting surround the tasting room. The views are unlike any other in wine county. The winery has a pond dotted with large Eucalyptus trees that guests can walk around to conversate or quietly hold hands and share a romantic moment.

Locals may consider becoming members so they enjoy the wine country while avoiding the crowds.I suggest stopping by one of the best kept secrets in Temecula Wine Country and experience it yourself.

Brothers Mike Purcell, and Russ Purcell from Murrieta are in Vegas this morning pitching their online advertising concept to the TV show Shark Tank. The brothers are not only entrepreneurs but veterans and founders of !shouttag."Every day businesses struggle with the same problem: getting customer's attention," said Mike Purcell.

In an effort to help businesses reach a larger audience the Purcell team created !shouttag.Shark Tank, is an award winning reality show about entrepreneurship in America. It won in 2015 and 2014 Emmy Awards for Outstanding Structured Reality Program. It is now in its seventh season.

"When customers see the ! followed by words they will know that the business has a message they want to share," said Mike Purcell. "For example if u enter !NeverGonna via the free !shouttag app or shouttag.com you will see our message, hosted on enterprise level servers."

The brothers launched !shouttag in Murrieta and the response has been overwhelming. The program !shouttag is a standalone, one-way messaging platform. It is perfect for a company wanting to avoid comments and trolls, no "templates" or custom color overrides.It lets users focus on their message by filling the void between noisy social media feeds and time-consuming websites. Users can avoid the hassle with domains, hosting, software, or scrolling for a post from three days ago.

Many businesses and individuals have signed on for !shouttags and the platform has received acclaim and testimonials from civic leaders, business owners and charities. The Purcell brothers have received a lot of support and encouragement from officials in the city of Murrieta."We feel we've created the next big thing here, and we are ready to unveil !Shouttag as a new platform for connection and interaction," said Mike Purcell.So will the sharks take a bite out of !Shouttag? Follow the Sun News and Review and like our page to learn more.To learn more about !shouttag or to create an account for yourself click here: Https://www.shouttag.com/

Old Town Temecula: The play, "Assasssins" is described as bold, original, disturbing, and alarmingly funny.

“Everybody’s got the right to be happy!” Fine Arts Network Theater Company announces Assassins by Stephen Sondheim and John Weidman, October 13 through October 23, 2016 in the Old Town Temecula Community Theater. Directed by local favorite, Paul Kehler, Assassins, based on an idea by Charles Gilbert, Jr. uses the premise of a murderous carnival game to produce a revue-style portrayal of men and women who attempted (successfully or not) to assassinate Presidents of the United States. The music varies to reflect the popular music of the eras depicted. The musical first opened Off-Broadway in 1990, and the 2004 Broadway production won five Tony Awards.

“Assassins is a wonderfully artistic show which happens to be about some of the most unpleasant moments in American History,” the director of the production, Paul Kehler, notes. He adds, “Often times we think of musicals as song and dance extravaganza’s full of entertaining antics and happy endings- those who come to see Assassins will find these things and so much more all wrapped up in a wonderful show that boasts a wonderful book and spectacular score.” “When choosing our season, Assassins felt poignant for a time in this country where there is so much political polarity. What better way to work through our society’s issues than to be entertained by a Sondheim musical that is thought-provoking and imaginative?” offered Brittany Campbell, Artistic Director of the Fine Arts Network. The audience is in for a ride with Assassins. Come see the show. It's going to be a killer.

Fine Arts Network Theater Company performs Assassins by Stephen Sondheim and John Weidman, October 13 through October 23, 2016 in the Old Town Temecula Community Theater. Tickets are $23-$27 and may be purchased by calling the Old Town Temecula Community Theater Box Office at 1-866-OLD-TOWN (866-653-8696) or visiting www.temeculatheater.org. Student, senior, military and group discounts are available.

If you love country music and wine you may want to head out to Wilson Creek Winery this evening for a concert with rising country singers,Temecula Road. The group is opening for the Eli Young Band. Publisher and reporter from the Sun News and Review, Michelle Mears will be interviewing the group before the concert live on the Facebook Page, Sun News and Review. You can also follow us on Twitter@sunnewsreview and Instagram @Sunnewsandreview.

The trio named their group after the city they grew up in (Temecula, CA). Sisters Maddie Salute, 15, and Emma Salute, 17, have been singing together foryears,and bring to the stage a casual Southern California vibe. They are known for their impeccableharmonies,and original material. Dawson plays the guitar and Emma the mandolin.

The Huffington Post listed Temecula Road as one of the top country artists to watch in 2016. They have opened for Joe Nichols and Jessie James Decker on a nationwide, sold out tour. They also are set to join Kenny Rogers on his farewell tour.

Like our page and follow the Sun News and Review to learn more about Temecula Road and the work they are doing to help non-profits in the community. Their careers are soaring but they continue to support their hometown.

Happy Fourth of July!! Celebrate our country's freedom at one of the following events in Southwest Riverside. There is something for everyone on Saturday, Sunday and Monday. Share this list and use it for family fun planning. Let freedom ring!!

In Disney’s “Alice Through the Looking Glass,” an all-new spectacular adventure featuring the unforgettable characters from Lewis Carroll’s beloved stories, Alice returns to the whimsical world of Underland and travels back in time to save the Mad Hatter.

Directed by James Bobin, who brings his own unique vision to the spectacular world Tim Burton created on screen in 2010 with “Alice in Wonderland,” the film is written by Linda Woolverton based on characters created by Lewis Carroll and produced by Joe Roth, Suzanne Todd and Jennifer Todd and Tim Burton with John G. Scotti serving as executive producer. “Alice Through the Looking Glass” reunites the all-star cast from the worldwide blockbuster phenomenon, including: Johnny Depp, Anne Hathaway, Mia Wasikowska and Helena Bonham Carter along with the voices of Alan Rickman, Stephen Fry, Michael Sheen and Timothy Spall.

We are also introduced to several new characters: Zanik Hightopp (Rhys Ifans), the Mad Hatter’s father and Time himself (Sacha Baron Cohen), a peculiar creature who is part human, part clock. Alice Kingsleigh (Wasikowska) has spent the past few years following in her father’s footsteps and sailing the high seas.

Upon her return to London, she comes across a magical looking glass and returns to the fantastical realm of Underland and her friends the White Rabbit (Sheen), Absolem (Rickman), the Cheshire Cat (Fry) and the Mad Hatter (Depp), who is not himself. The Hatter has lost his Muchness, so Mirana (Hathaway) sends Alice on a quest to borrow the Chronosphere, a metallic globe inside the chamber of the Grand Clock which powers all time. Returning to the past, she comes across friends – and enemies – at different points in their lives, and embarks on a perilous race to save the Hatter before time runs out. Presented in Digital 3D™, Real D 3D and IMAX® 3D, Disney’s “Alice Through the Looking Glass” opens in U.S. theaters on May 27, 2016.